What is the final cost of a $42 meal with a 15% tip?

$48.03

Step-by-step explanation: I think

$48.00 + $7.20 = $55.20.

Step-by-step explanation:

First, convert the 15% to an actual number that can be used in a calculation. For percents,this is always done by simply dividing the percent (in this case 15%) by 100%.So, the conversational term "15%" becomes 15% / 100% = 0.15 in terms of a real mathematical number.

Second, you need to find out what 15% of your $48 meal cost is.This is always done by multiplying 0.15 by $48.00, or

0.15 x $48.00=$7.20.

So, the amount of tip you are going to leave is $7.20.

This makes the total cost of your meal (to write on your charge slip or other payment)

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